Ducati Multistrada V2 S: Test, price and technical data sheet

The Ducati Multistrada V2 is all new, available since January 2025 also in the V variant, that is, equipped with electronic suspensions. Completely redesigned, now he uses a twin -cylinder a V 90 ° of 890 cc and 115 HP of maximum power obviously approved Euro 5+. Not only that: the monocoque aluminum frame is also new, which together with the engine allows the new Ducati Multistrada V2 to stop the balance needle a 199 kg (202 kg for the S, without full of petrol). In short, an updated, sophisticated, lighter and more powerful motorcycle, more technological, richer in the equipment. Its price? From 16,690 eurosunless you opt for the S: she costs 19,390 euros. Two colors: the typical Ducati Red and the Storm Green.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S: how it is made, ergonomics

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Crossover with a strong road nature, the Ducati Multistrada V2 (and V2 S) is a premium motorcycle in all respects. Magazine rather profoundly also in designnow it enjoys less bulky proportions, greater aerodynamic protection (always with manually adjustable windshield) and shows off a sportier look, given it both from the front light signature and from the position in the saddle. In this regard, the Ducati technicians have improved the driving location To decrease the height between the saddle and the handlebar, with the result of feeling more “on the bike” and less “inside the bike”. It remains a balanced driving position, capable of being both comfortable and sporty when desired, with quite space available For the movements in the saddle and more comfortable for the legs and knees. However, this choice is not to be seen as an obstacle: both the pilots with a less high stature and the highest ones can be at ease in the saddle of the new Ducati Multistrada V2, since the session, based on the various configurations of the saddle itself e of the preload of the suspensions on the S variant, can range from 79 to 87 cm from the ground.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S: how it is made, the equipment

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The package completes a USB-A socket, the tank from 19 litersthe 60 -liter optional side bags and the top case, also optional, 47 liters, both in technopolymers (as an alternative to aluminum suitcases, always optional, respectively from 76 and 41 liters, for 117 total liters against 107) , the new interface in mode Road, Road Pro and Rallythe Ducati Brake Light Evo, with the four arrows that fit autonomously in the event of an abrupt braking, i Search for 19 and 17 “the heated knobs, options, the system to monitor the pressure of TPMS tires, options, the 5 “TFT display In color with optional turn-by-by-tour navigation on Ducati Multimedia System and the “Coming Home” headlights, with the lights that remain on for a handful of seconds by illuminating what is around, useful in night hours. Not even optional the heated saddle.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S: how it is made, the technique

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Lighter than 18 kg than the previous version, only with the new engine they spared 5.8 kg, with the engine that weighs, overall, 54.9 kg27.5% of the entire motorcycle. The new 90 ° V twin -cylinder enjoys 4 valves per cylinder, a displacement of 890 cc, a power of 115.6 HP at 10,750 rpm (but is also available in 48 HP variant for A2 license) and a pair of 92.1 Nm at 8,250 rpm/minwith more than 75% of the torque from 3,500 to 11,000 rpm. The gearbox is 6 -speed with Ducati Quick Shift 2.0 bidirectional standard on the S, sixth elongated gear of 4.2% and first shortened march by 3.3%. To say the least the electronics evolved: they are 4 Power Mode, High, Medium, Low and Off-Road, while 5 Riding Mode, Sport, Touring, Urban, Enduro and Wet. You can also choose between 8 levels + off of DtcDucati Traction Control, 8 levels + off of DwcDucati Wheelie Control, and 3 levels of EBC Engine Brake Control. Cruise Control and 3 levels of Corering ABS complete the equipment. In Wet, Urban and Enduro mode the maximum power is limited to 95 HP, with an ad hoc delivery for each map. On the Multistrada V2 S, then, there is technology present Ducati Skyhook Suspensionwhich allows you to adjust electronically and directly from the handlebar the suspensions. In this way, the semi-current suspensions include 4 modes: Dynamic, Low Grip, Off-Road and Comfort. The excursion is 170 mm.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S: how it goes

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Riding the Ducati Multistrada V2 S do not get tired at all, even after more than 215 km, the distance of our test in the Spanish hinterland. Excellent aerodynamic protection At motorway speed, raising the windshield manually, even if we would have expected a sixth march more from rest instead of rather close to the fifth. However, the saddle is comfortable, the Sella-Pedane-Manubrio triangulation Azzeccata and the driving position, as a whole, balanced. Relaxing when you are not engaged in the sports guide, congenial to move in the saddle when requested. But the beauty comes when the curves begin: the lightness, agility, handling of the multi -roado V2 S. are perceived but also stability, precision, naturalness in going down in the fold, with the structure that adapts to the variations of the Setting given by the pilot and high travel speed thanks to all this. In a word: The Ducati Multistrada V2 S transmits trust. And everything is in motion. Pleasant like a few other crossover among the curves of a mountain step, he pulls out all the grit in sport mode, while it remains more fluid and progressive in wet. Excellent work also of the suspension department, which they copy the roughness of the asphalt in a compound way and faithful to expectations.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S: strengths and weaknesses

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Below are the strengths and weaknesses found on the Ducati Multistrada V2 during the international test in Valencia (Spain).

• Motor: vigorous and powerful in sport mode, docile in wet mode. Fluid and linear delivery when needed, more angular when requested
• Driving: agility and handling from before the class. Among the curves it is a pleasure to guide it, it goes down in a fold naturalness and gives sensations of stability, precision, speed and trust
• Electronics: the combinations relating to the adjustments are almost infinite. Everyone can sew on the V2 s at their own liking

• Sixth march: not “from rest” but rather close to the fifth despite the changes made to Mode Year 2025
• Winter package: the heated knobs are also optional on the V2 S, the heated saddle is not available. A motorcycle of this segment and this price range should predict them as standard, at least on the s